The International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) Annual Conference and Emergency Management Expo (EXEM) is a leading event for emergency management and homeland security professionals. From November 14 to 30, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky, the conference will convene industry leaders from across public and private sectors to explore the latest strategies, technologies, and best practices in emergency management.
Attendees can expect:
- Dynamic plenary and breakout sessions featuring top thought leaders
- EMvision Talks highlighting innovative approaches in the field
- Networking opportunities with peers, industry experts, and government officials
- Access to EMEX, showcasing the latest tools and technologies in emergency management
Connect with Hagerty
Our team is excited to attend and participate in this year’s IAEM Conference. Hagerty’s Director of Response, Lee Mayfield, will be a featured speaker, presenting “Using Incident Command System (ICS) and Federal Approaches to Response and Recovery in Private Sector Incidents” on November 19, 2025, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm (EDT).
In his session, Lee will explore how private sector “responsible parties” lead incident response and recovery using ICS, often in coordination with government agencies. Through real-world case studies and interactive discussions, attendees will learn best practices for:
- Pre-planning for complex incidents across sectors
- Coordinating effectively with government agencies and other stakeholders
- Navigating both public and private systems to achieve successful incident management outcomes
Joining Lee at the conference are Hagerty Preparedness colleagues Danielle Holmstrom and Aymar Marino, who will be engaging with attendees and sharing insights throughout the event.
Attending this year’s conference? Be sure to join Lee’s session and connect with our team! For more information on this event and how to register, visit the IAEM Conference website.
Lee Mayfield is a seasoned emergency management leader with over 17 years of experience in disaster planning, response, and recovery. He specializes in state and local coordination, training, mass care, evacuation planning, and crisis response. Before joining Hagerty, Lee served as Director of Public Safety and Emergency Management for Lee County, Florida. There, he managed major incidents including Hurricane Irma, oversaw large-scale evacuations and shelter operations, and led multi-jurisdictional recovery efforts. He has also held various roles at the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM), including State Regional Coordinator, focusing on county-level coordination.